Catchy opening, grab attention. General statement at the end to tell your reader what you are going to be talking about. You need to pick 3 points to compare/contrast. Should contain at least 5 sentences.
2, 3, 4 Paragraph
Each paragraph should cover one of the 3 points. The mostinteresting point should be covered in the 4th paragraph. For each paragraph you should have one point from the Odyssey and 1 from O Brother Where Art Thou? Each paragraph should have at least 5 sentences.
5th Paragraph
Summarize what you have said in the last 3 paragraphs. Begin with the 3 points you covered. Should contain at least 5 sentences.
5 Paragraph Essay